Tag: AC system

The first automaker to introduce factory-installed AC into their automobile occurred in 1940. Yet, it wasn’t until decades later that it became standard equipment.  For those car owners who live in the South, having working auto air conditioning is a necessity, not a luxury. A Little Maintenance Goes A Long Way Typically, your car’s AC…

Have you ever had your car’s air conditioner fail on a sweltering day? The interior of your vehicle will feel like an oven. Sweat will drip from your body and your clothes will stick to your skin. While it doesn’t make for a very pleasant picture, you don’t have to endure such a scenario. When…

Rubber seals in your engine, including those for your AC system, are under constant stress. The heat from the engine causes the rubber to harden and crack. While cold, dry air causes seals to lose their elasticity. As seals age and deteriorate, gaps begin to appear allowing the refrigerant in your AC system to escape….

For about $50, you can buy an AC recharge kit for your vehicle. Marketed as easy to use, these products include additives to seal leaks. Some kits also have a gauge for “accurate” recharging and promise to eliminate moisture. But, is using one of these recharge car AC kits safe to use? How To Tell…

We all understand how hot the interior of a vehicle can be after leaving it parked in the sun. Researchers confirm what you already know. After about 1 hour, the inside of your car will be a scorching 43 degrees hotter than the outside air. Running your AC will cool your interior off quickly. However,…

North Carolina residents like to joke about our state’s temperature swings. Sometimes, it’s cold enough in the morning to have the heat running in your car. Yet, it’s so warm by the afternoon that you turn on the air conditioning. Before the hot and humid weather hits, it’s a good time to bring your car…

The first automaker to offer AC in their vehicles was Packard in 1940. Today, you cannot buy a car without it. Yet, just like other components in your car, your AC may need servicing. When you need a car AC recharge, bring your vehicle to Havoline® Xpress Lube of Kernersville. Reasons Why You Need A…

Summertime in North Carolina can be scorching. Moreover, hot, sticky, humid air can make you feel miserable. Driving around town when your car’s AC isn’t working can be downright torturous. Rather than suffering, visit Havoline® Xpress Lube of Kernersville for vehicle air conditioner repair. Signs You Need Vehicle Air Conditioner Repair Many times, it’s obvious…

Driving in the summertime can be a hot and sticky experience without air conditioning. That’s why most new cars have air conditioning systems as standard equipment. Yet, like other mechanical systems, air conditioners can suffer from a decline in performance. When this happens, you must endure uncomfortably high cabin temperatures. Or you can bring it…